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Ford Recalling Nearly 2 Million Explorers Due To Faulty Trim-Retention Clips Ford Recalling Nearly 2 Million Explorers Due To Faulty Trim-Retention Clips
Ford Recalling Nearly 2 Million Explorers Due To Faulty Trim-Retention Clips Nearly two million popular Ford SUVs are being recalled due to the possibility a piece of trim could fly off the vehicles and create havoc for other drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced this week that Ford is recalling 1,889,110 Explorer vehicles that were produced between 2011 and 2019. It impacts an estimated 5 percent of Explorers that were produced during that stretch. Documents posted this week by the NHTSA state that a detached piece of trim that covers the roof support near the windshield could potentially fall off the vehicles due to retenti…

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by Zak Failla
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First Portnoy, Now Gorga: Bergen County Restaurant Gets Another Boost First Portnoy, Now Gorga: Bergen County Restaurant Gets Another Boost
First Portnoy, Now Gorga: Bergen County Restaurant Gets Another Boost A restaurant in Bergen County seems to have a penchant for attracting people with platforms. Joe and Melissa Gorga, stars of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," recently dined at Grant Street Cafe in Dumont, the restaurant shared on Facebook.  Grant Street Cafe had gotten a boost in business in 2022 after Dave Portnoy, the outspoken CEO of Barstool Sports, popped in to review its pizza, giving it an 8.2.  🍕 Great Having Melissa and Joe Gorga from Real Housewives of NJ at Grants🍕 #grantstreetcafe #grantstreet #grants #njeats #realhousewivesofnewjersey Posted by Grant Street o…

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by Sam Barron
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Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava
Growing Bergen Bakery Has Locals Hooked On Baklava For Aleria Bakery, it's all about the baklava. The popular Cliffside Park bakery and cafe, which opened in 2021, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location in New Milford at 160 Henley Ave. on Monday, Jan. 15. The opening is a homecoming for Kehetrin Alper, a New Milford resident and one of the co-owners of the restaurant, with her business partner, Sema Gozukucuk. Aleria Bakery The idea for the second location came when the owner of Crespo Hookah Grill in New Milford tried some of her baklava. "He never had baklava," the owner said. "He said 'this is amazing. What is this…

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by Sam Barron
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'A Finer Diner' Opening At American Dream 'A Finer Diner' Opening At American Dream
'A Finer Diner' Opening At American Dream The state known for its diners is about to get something a little more upscale. Around the Clock, which bills itself as "A Finer Diner" will be opening at American Dream in East Rutherford on Monday, Jan. 22 at Court A Level 3.  While the restaurant will not actually be open 24/7, it will serve up food seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and 8 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Michael Feinberg, who previously served as executive chef at R Bar in Asbury Park, is serving in the same role at the diner and oversaw the menu. Aiming to stay true to its Garden State …

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by Sam Barron
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Aldi Opening In Wayne Aldi Opening In Wayne
Aldi Opening In Wayne Grocery shoppers in Wayne will have another place to peruse the aisles. Aldi, a German supermarket chain, will be opening at the Plaza Square Shopping Center at 625 Hamburg Turnpike in the township, according to Regency Centers, which owns the shopping center.  The store will be 42,816 square feet, according to Regency Centers. An opening date has not been announced. Tenants at Plaza Square include a Wendy's and a T-Mobile. Aldi's has 61 locations in the Garden State, according to its website. 

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by Sam Barron
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Jersey Mike's Opening In Hackensack Jersey Mike's Opening In Hackensack
Jersey Mike's Opening In Hackensack Jersey Mike's is opening a location in its namesake state. The sandwich franchise, which was founded in Point Pleasant and is headquartered in Manasquan, is celebrating the grand opening of its new location in Hackensack at 150 River St. from Wednesday, Jan. 17 to Sunday, Jan. 21. The restaurant is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. This is Jersey Mike's first location in the city. As part of its opening, franchise owner Chris Rigassio is holding a fundraiser to support Hackensack High School.  Customers who receive a fundraising coupon can make a minimum $3 contribution to the…

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by Sam Barron
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Shuttered NJ Pizzeria Reopens Under New Owners Shuttered NJ Pizzeria Reopens Under New Owners
Shuttered NJ Pizzeria Reopens Under New Owners Just when you thought it was safe to cut down on carbs in 2024. Bivo Pizza Napoletana announced on Instagram it is reopening its Montclair location on Friday, Jan. 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. under new ownership.  The restaurant shuttered suddenly in Fall 2022 after temporarily shutting its doors in fall 2021 as former owner Tomasso Colao battled health issues. The new owners said they spent time with Colao to ensure they offered the authentic pizza napoletana. "Be assured that Bivio will continue using the highest quality ingredients imported from Italy and fresh local," the new own…

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by Sam Barron
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'Most Fresh Baklava:' Popular Turkish Bakery Opens Second Location In Bergen County 'Most Fresh Baklava:' Popular Turkish Bakery Opens Second Location In Bergen County
'Most Fresh Baklava:' Popular Turkish Bakery Opens Second Location In Bergen County A popular North Jersey bakery is doubling in size. Aleria Bakery and Cafe, which has a location in Cliffside Park, celebrated the grand opening of its new location in New Milford at 160 Henley Ave. on Monday, Jan. 15.  Aleria Panini! 😋 Posted by Aleria Bakery on Sunday, January 7, 2024 Aleria specializes in Turkish delicacies and the Cliffside Park location, at 672 Anderson Ave., has drawn acclaim since it opened in 2021.  On Yelp, it has a rare five-star rating.  Orange Raisin Puff Cake 😋 Posted by Aleria Bakery on Saturday, January 6, 2024 "The best most…

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by Sam Barron
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Millions Of Plastic Furniture Anchor Kits Recalled Due To Entrapment Hazard For Children Millions Of Plastic Furniture Anchor Kits Recalled Due To Entrapment Hazard For Children
Millions Of Plastic Furniture Anchor Kits Recalled Due To Entrapment Hazard For Children A massive recall of furniture tip kits and tip restraints sold across the country since 2019 are being recalled due to possible entrapment hazards to children, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. New Age Industries is recalling millions of products that feature plastic zip ties that can become brittle or break, potentially allowing a clothing storage unit believed to be anchored to the wall to detach, creating the potential for serious injuries or death to children. There have been two reports of New Age tip kits breaking, though no injuries have been reported as of …

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by Zak Failla
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Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected
Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected Fast food fans in Warren County have waited long enough. A Popeyes and an Arby's are opening at 680 Memorial Pkwy. in Phillipsburg, at the site of a former Ahart supermarket. The Popeyes will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Jan. 12 at 4 p.m. while the Arby's will be opening on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Zach Liptak, owner of Phillipsburg-based ZRL Real Estate and Construction oversaw the project, which began in June 2022 when the original supermarket was torn down. Construction began last August and Liptak said they got the okay to open at 10 a.m. Friday morning. "I cannot tell you …

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by Sam Barron
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Best Of Both Worlds: Polish-Jamaican Restaurant Opens In Sussex County Best Of Both Worlds: Polish-Jamaican Restaurant Opens In Sussex County
Best Of Both Worlds: Polish-Jamaican Restaurant Opens In Sussex County A new bistro in Sussex County is combining two of the best culinary worlds. Byram Bay Bistro, which combines Polish and Jamaican cuisine is celebrating its grand opening in Hopatcong on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 393 Maxim Dr. The restaurant is run by husband and wife duo, Dominic Garbacz, who is Polish, and Marrie-Rose Garbacz, who is Jamaican.  "Our journey began with a shared love for tantalizing flavors and the joy of bringing people together through food," Marrie-Rose said. "As avid cooks, the idea of opening our own restaurant always simmered in our hearts." Garbacz said she drove by the a…

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by Sam Barron
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Revamped Jersey Shore Restaurant Will Open Just In Time For Summer Revamped Jersey Shore Restaurant Will Open Just In Time For Summer
Revamped Jersey Shore Restaurant Will Open Just In Time For Summer A restaurant is re-opening along the Jersey Shore just in time for summer, and an expansion project will give customers many more options. Jersey Shore Restaurant Group (JSRG) purchased Breakers Kitchen & Tap on Route 9 in Waretown last year. In a news release, JSRG said it will re-launch the restaurant as Three Story Grill, along with a banquet hall called The Hall at Three Story. Three Story Grill will live up to its name by offering three levels of indoor and outdoor dining. The renovation will expand the existing one-story layout of Breakers Kitchen & Tap. JSRG says the new res…

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by Chris Spiker